EXCLUSIVE GALLERIES

ABOUT THE SHOW

In this three-part mini-series, the confusion and chaos is explained by those who were there to witness it, in extraordinary stories laced with heroes, villains, tragedy and triumph.

Through sensational first-hand accounts of the hostility and heroics that dominated the defining conflict of the 20th century, the momentous battles are described in intricate detail by veterans and victims as they relive the turmoil that affected them and their countries.

From the beginnings of Nazi Germany and its murderous practices, to the brutal battles between the US and the Japanese empire, the global combat is documented like never before.